Reading Time Calculator

Estimate how long it will take your audience to read your content

Reading Time Calculator

Paste your draft to see how long it will take readers to consume your content

Reading Time

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How It Works

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Paste Your Content

Enter your article title and paste your content into the text area above.

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Instant Calculation

Our algorithm automatically counts words and calculates the estimated reading time at 225 words per minute.

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Optimize Content

Use the reading time to optimize your content for your audience's preferences and attention span.

Tips for Better Content

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    Aim for the right length

    Blog posts of 7-8 minute reading time (1,600-1,800 words) tend to perform best for SEO and engagement.

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    Break up long content

    For content with reading times over 5 minutes, use more headings, bullet points, and images to improve readability.

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    Display reading time

    Show the estimated reading time on your published articles to set audience expectations.